Sergei Jakirovic has been named the Barclays Premier League Manager of the Month for August 2026 following an impressive start to the 2026/27 campaign.
The manager was recognised for his team's performances during the opening month of the season, beating three other high-profile candidates to claim the award. Jakirovic's tactical approach and results during August earned him the backing of the judging panel, as he emerged ahead of some of the Premier League's most respected managers.
The four managers nominated for the August 2026 award were:
Sergei JakirovicXabi AlonsoMikel ArtetaEnzo Maresca
Originally published by NotJustOk.